KvARTal Community Centre sparks social renewal among IDPs and locals alike in Bahmut
During last few years, UNHCR Ukraine supported 86 communities to establish sustainable Community Centres in an effort to promote protection and durable solutions for internally displaced persons.
“With documents, my children have a future”
The International Roma Day draws attention to issues faced by many Roma people in Ukraine.
UNHCR says Ukraine landmine risk needs urgent action
UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, is calling for increased efforts to address the dangers and legacy of landmines in eastern Ukraine, one of the most landmine-contaminated areas in the world.
Clearing landmines in Ukraine, one careful step at a time
Ukraine is one of the most mine-affected countries in the world, limiting freedom of movement and posing a serious threat to civilians crossing the contact line.
UNHCR facilitated a mission of eight diplomats to eastern Ukraine
Diplomats based in Kyiv visited east Ukraine together with UNHCR to witness the continuous humanitarian and protection needs near the ‘contact line’ on the government controlled-side.
Keeping tradition alive, in hopes to one day return home to Crimea
Anife Kurtseitova has been an activist fighting for the rights of the Crimean Tatar community. After moving to Kyiv she founded NGO Krymska Rodyna to maintain traditions, cultural heritage and create a family atmosphere that is so necessary in these difficult times.
Odette Nienge: A story of a beautiful dream
Through her drive, Odette fulfilled her dream, through her work, she has found her husband, and through her life, she hopes to become an inspiration for many women.
UNHCR and UNICEF urge action in Europe to end childhood statelessness
GENEVA – UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, and UNICEF, the UN Children’s Agency, are calling on States and regional organisations to take urgent action to ensure no child is born, or remains, stateless in Europe. While there are no precise figures on the total...
UNHCR provides equipment to improve freedom of movement at five entry/exit checkpoints in the east of Ukraine
This time, UNHCR provided Ukrainian authorities with computers and body cameras. 150 video-cameras and 3 laptops were handed to the State Border Guard Service.